Shernoff Family Foundation
Historical FunderInglewood, California · EIN 95-4090829 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $6,000 and $100,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | WILLIAM SHERNOFF |
|---|---|
| Address | 301 N CANON DRIVE 200, BEVERLY HILLS CA 90210 |
| Phone | 3102460503 |
| Form and materials | ONE PAGE LETTER CONTAINING THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION: AMOUNT RECEIVED, BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE PROJECT/PROGRAM INCLUDING TIME TABLE, BUDGET,AND A PLAN OF EXECUTION,RECENT FINANCIAL STATEMENTS INCLUDING ALL INCOME SOURCES, COMMITTMENT AND COMPOSITION OF OFFICER AND BOARD MEMBERS, AND IRS DOCUMENTATION CERTIFYING 501(C)3 STATUS |
| Deadlines | NO SPECIFIC SUBMISSION DEADLINES SET AT THIS TIME |
| Restrictions | NO RESTRICTIONS |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
100% of grants went outside California.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Wisconsin Foundation | Milwaukee, WI | Shernoff fellowship in public interest and consumer health law | $100,000 |
| Rutgers University Foundation | New Brunswick, NJ | Continuous education outreach program | $6,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $106,000 | 2 |
| 2023 | $10,000 | 1 |
| 2022 | $10,000 | 1 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Feb 26, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202620569349100772
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 95-4090829
- Profile updated Nov 7, 2026
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